• Stepdown Unit CNA

    Prime Healthcare (Kansas City, KS)


    Overview

     

    We are seeking a Progressive Care CNA, also referred to as a PCU CNA, Stepdown CNA or Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) CNA. The PCU CNA will work in our step-down unit and provide essential support to nurses by delivering direct patient care to patients who require close monitoring but more stable than those in the ICU. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

     

    Shift’s Available : Varied

     

    Employment Type : Per Diem (PD / PRN)

     

    Location : Providence Medical Center - Kansas City, KS

    Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

    + Competitive compensation

    + Medical insurance benefit plan

    + 401K

    + Sick leave accrual

    ** If you have experience in the Critical Care Unit (CCU), Telemetry (Tele) or Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or other acute care area of the hospital you are encouraged to apply!

    Responsibilities

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

    + Help patients maintain their personal hygiene and comfort by assisting with daily tasks they may struggle with due to illness or weakness (such as bathing, dressing, feeding and toileting)

    + Monitor and document vital signs like blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature which helps the healthcare team track patient progress and detect early signs of decline or improvement

    + Help with patient mobility by assisting with transfers, repositioning, and ambulation to prevent complications and help with circulation

    + Observe patients for changes in condition and reporting concerns promptly to nursing staff

    + Supporting basic medical procedures under nurse supervision, such as collecting specimens or helping with wound care

    + Maintain a clean and safe environment, including infection control measures

    Qualifications

    EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

    1. Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, required.

    2. Current BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.

    3. Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.

    4. Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physicians office preferred.

    Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below):

    1. Current Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate within 6 months of hire and maintain current per facility requirement.

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    Employment Status

     

    Per Diem

     

    Shift

     

    Variable

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity

     

    Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf

     

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    FacilityProvidence Medical Center

     

    LocationUS-KS-Kansas City

    ID2025-230601

    CategoryAide

     

    Position TypePer Diem

     

    ShiftVariable

     

    Job TypeNon-Exempt